Urban Planner

3 weeks ago

Peterborough, Canada Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation Full time

Position: Urban Planner
Closing: Posting will remain open until filled
Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: $53,200 - $62,520

Our Vision is “to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.”

We are currently seeking an Urban Planner to work from any of our office locations in Dryden, Sault Ste. Marie, North Bay, Timmins, Peterborough, or Hamilton, ON.

**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR CAREERS PAGE**:
**In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter.**

**Compensation**:
In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. **This comprehensive compensation package includes**:

- Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
- Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for fieldwork;
- $1000 Health Spending Account + $1000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
- Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday and Family Day;
- Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
- Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
- A competitive salary in the pay band 6, $53,200 - $62,520.

**Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following**:

- Supporting the OAHS mission and vision by making significant contributions to the achievement of the corporate strategic plan;
- Conducting and contributing to detailed land use planning policies and regulations research and prepare due diligence reports / technical analysis papers on developments and properties as required;
- Prepare and manage development budget tracking;
- Interaction with consultants and municipal and agency staff on a variety of developments;
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate the technical aspects of projects with the development team and or municipal staff as required;
- Create, manage, and update development budgets and work plans, team schedules, and timelines to advance development;
- Assist in the day-to-day management of development files and clerical activities with other staff members as required;
- All other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of and an appreciation of Indigenous culture and a values system that believes in holistic wellness and in assisting people to become and stay safely housed;
- Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography or equivalent;
- Chartered designation from the Chartered Institute of Housing is preferred or willingness to undertake and successfully complete these studies;
- Approximately 3-5 years of progressive experience in the Planning and Development field;
- Strong understanding of the development process and legislation in Ontario including the Planning Act, provincial/municipal planning documents and policies and guidelines;
- Experience working in Landowner Groups is an asset;
- Experience with Committee of Adjustment, Committee and Council public meeting presentations and ability to present at such meetings in the evenings, as required;
- Ability to perform tasks independently or in a team environment;
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills (samples of written work will be required);
- User functionality in Microsoft Suite Office products. Knowledge of GIS, CAD, Illustrator, SketchUp, or similar programs would be an asset;
- Class G driver’s license with access to a vehicle;
- Knowledge of and an appreciation of Indigenous culture and a values system that believes in holistic wellness and in assisting people to become and stay safely housed;
- Excellent ability to work both independently and as a team member with a keen desire and focus on continuous performance improvement;
- Strong leadership and management skills;
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use sound judgment;
- Excellent knowledge of program development as related to Indigenous Housing programs and understanding of current housing programs and agreements;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to contribute to achievement of team goals;
- Excellent ability to communicate professionally (oral and written) using multiple channels with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organization;
- Strong understanding and appreciation as to how safe, affordable housing contributes to quality of life and serves as a stable foundation;
- Effective presentati

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